| Phrase | Western Notes | Swara | Violin Tip | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Line 1 | E - D - C - B | Ga - Ri - Sa - Ni | Play on E and A strings. Use middle of bow. | | Line 2 | B - C - E - D (high) | Ni - Sa - Ga - Ri | Shift to 3rd position on A string for the high Ga. | | Line 3 | C - B - A - G | Sa - Ni - Dha - Pa | Descend gracefully. Use open A string for Dha. | | Line 4 | F# - G - A - B | Ri1 - Ga3 - Ma1 - Pa | Chromatic feel. Keep fingers close to the fingerboard. | The most difficult part of the transcription. The word "Kadhale" ends with a quick ornament.

6/8 time signature (feels like a slow waltz). Tempo: 60 BPM (Adagio).

If you are a violinist with a passion for South Indian film music, you have likely stumbled upon the hauntingly beautiful track "Kadhale Kadhale" from the Tamil movie Varanam Aayiram (2008). Composed by the legendary Harris Jayaraj and sung by Clinton Cerejo and Franko, the song is a masterpiece of contemporary classical fusion.

E (low) – B – C – [Fast oscillation: B – C – B – C] – D – E (high).

Pa (low) – Ni – Sa – Ri – Ga – Ri – Sa – Ni – Dha – Pa (low)

For violinists, this is an ideal key. E Minor allows you to utilize the open E string for a rich, resonant drone. The primary melody sits comfortably in the first and third positions.

E (low) – B – C – D – E (high) – D – C – B – G – E (low)

Tune your violin to standard A=440 Hz. The song uses a subtle amount of reverb, so aim for a warm, slow vibrato rather than aggressive bowing. The "Kadhale Kadhale" Violin Notes (Repack Version) Below is a segmented transcription. Note: The symbol ^ indicates a slide (gamaka) on the violin. Numbers in parentheses indicate the string (1=E, 2=A, 3=D, 4=G). Section 1: The Opening Theme (The Hook) This is the most recognizable part. Play this slowly, using long bows.